Best Recipe For Cajun Chicken Wings
Cajun seasoning typically combines common pantry ingredients with cayenne pepper. Cajun Butter Chicken Wings is inspired from that particular seasoning blend with a few variations. Oh, and there’s butter!
Yes, Dear Reader, you did in fact see the word butter in the title of this recipe. You might be thinking that butter with chicken wings is odd, but you might be surprised to learn that most buffalo wing recipes use butter as one of the main ingredients for the sauce.
Now, if you combine the wholesome taste of butter with the flavours of Cajun spice, and toss perfectly cooked chicken wings in it, then you’ll have a wing that just might make you the wing go-to person on your street. I’m serious, Dear Reader; be careful whom you share these wings with. Word travels fast!
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One of my favourite things about making these particular wings is that I get to use my pestle and mortar. John.e bought one for me quite some time ago when he used to moonlightin a kitchen supply store. (God, I miss those days! The discount was glorious!)
I never really use it enough, but whenever I do, the flavours that are released from the grinding and pounding action of a pestle and mortar are incomparable. If you’ve never tried it, you certainly should. It’s a very cheap investment and it will last forever!
My second favourite thing about this recipe is that I once again am employing the fry first, bake second method. Trust me on this – the amount of moisture and flavour that is locked into chicken by frying it first and then baking it to finish the cooking process is completely worth the effort. Even with classic fried chicken, I do the same thing!
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Now, let’s talk Cajun spice. The spice blend is a major part of Cajun cuisine – yes, there’s a whole cuisine devoted to this type of seasoning blend and style!
Namedfor the French-speaking Acadian people who were deported by the British from Canada to Louisiana, it is what could be called a rustic cuisine. It’s basically local ingredients with a simple preparation.
An authentic Cajun meal is usually a three-plate affair, with one plate dedicated to the main dish, one plate dedicated to steamed rice made with sausages, or a seafood dish, and lastly, a third plate containing whatever vegetable is plentiful or available.
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In terms of meats or fish, Crawfish, shrimp, and andouille sausage are the most common and staple varieties found in Cajun cooking.
The vegetables are usually green bell peppers, onions, and celery. These three veggies are usually called the holy trinity of Cajun cuisine.
The meats or fish, and the holy trinity is often paired with aromatics such as parsley, bay leaf, green onion, s black pepper, and cayenne pepper. And, you’ll find most of those flavours are present in this Cajun Butter Chicken Wing recipe.
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Okay, enough chit chat here. Let’s get to the recipe. Just as a side note, if you do not have a pestle and mortar, you can use a spice grinder.
Cajun seasoning typically combines common pantry ingredients with cayenne pepper. Cajun Butter Chicken Wings is inspired from that particular seasoning blend with a few variations. Oh, and there's butter!
Calories: 147 kcal | Protein: 1 g | Fat: 16 g | Saturated Fat: 9 g | Cholesterol: 43 mg | Sodium: 235 mg | Potassium: 13 mg | Vitamin A: 660 IU | Vitamin C: 1.9 mg | Calcium: 6 mg | Iron: 0.2 mg
Cajun Dry Rub Chicken Wings
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Chicken wings – the epitome of game day food! (At least in our house it is! I swear we can’t go one party or get-together without having some type of wings involved.😉) And ever since getting our air fryer as a wedding present, our chicken wing game has been changed forever! Super crispy on the outside, tender and juicy in the center and so easy to make too! These crispy Cajun chicken wings have become a staple at our house now and I couldn’t be happier! They’re incredibly flavorful with the right amount of spice and easy to serve as an appetizer or even for a light meal!
Try my Baked Cajun Chicken Wings recipe! (We always baked our chicken wings before getting our air fryer and this was my go-to recipe. The key is to bake & then broil them that the end.😉)
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We love serving these wings with my healthier lemon ranch sauce! It’s only 3 ingredients & made with greek yogurt so is loaded with protein too! You could also serve them with:
We have a Ninja Foodi Grill Pro and love it! It can grill, air crisp, roast, bake, dehydrate AND comes with an attached smart probe thermometer to get a perfect cook every time! Plus it has a large basket too! We’ve tried a lot of air fryers over the years and this one is by far the best. (Not sponsored at all, I just genuinely love this product.😊) I highly recommend it if you’re looking for an air fryer!
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Chicken wings tossed in a spicy homemade Cajun seasoning then cooked in the air fryer until golden & crispy! Serve them with an easy lemon ranch dipping sauce for the ultimate party food! (Can be served as an appetizer or as a meal – they're delicious either way!
Every air fryer is different so your cooking time may vary depending. I would continue to check the wings as they cook to avoid burning. (We have a Ninja Foodi Grill Pro & love it!)
A good rule of thumb is to use 1 Tbsp of seasoning for every pound of chicken wings. (Your seasoning can be adjusted if you prefer your wings spicer or more mild.)I love chicken wings so much, I honestly believe they should be their own food group. And I am ever so grateful that most chicken wing recipes are keto-friendly. As long as they aren’t breaded or drenched in sugary sauces, they are a great low carb option.
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One of my favorites are the Louisiana Hot Rub Wings from Wingstop. That spicy Cajun-style dry rub is fantastic paired with crispy wings. But since many chains use unhealthy oils to fry their wings, I decided I needed to make my own at home.
And these delicious Cajun Wings are the result. Succulent and juicy, with just the right amount of spice, they are a fabulous homemade copycat recipe.
Deep fried wings are amazing and delicious… and a whole lot of work to make at home! And your house will smell like fried food for days, should you attempt it.
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Many people think oven-baked wings can’t compare and I used to think the same thing, until I discovered the baking powder trick. It is a total game changer! I first used it on my Brown Butter Old Bay Wings, and I was instantly hooked.
1. Coat with baking powder: Place half of the wings in a heavy duty ziploc back and sprinkle with half of the baking powder. Shake vigorously to coat, then place the wings on the prepared rack. Repeat with the remaining wings and the remaining baking powder.
2. Bake at low temp: Bake 30 at 250ºF minutes, until the wings feel dry and crisp. This first baking phase helps render the fat and crisp up the skin.
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3. Toss with seasoning: Transfer the wings to a large mixing bowl. Toss with the melted butter and about three quarters of the Cajun seasoning.
4. Bake again: Increase the oven heat to 425ºF. Place back on the rack, skin side down. Bake 15 minutes. Flip the wings over so they are skin-side up and sprinkle with the remaining Cajun seasoning. Bake another 10 minutes, then turn off the oven and let them stay inside until crisp to your liking.
Be sure to pat the wings very dry before tossing them with baking powder. Any amount of surface moisture will prevent the skin from crisping up properly.
Cajun Wings Recipe (step By Step) Oven Or Air Fryer
Keep the salt to a minimum until you taste your wings. Baking powder is salty (being mostly sodium bicarbonate), and Cajun seasoning has salt as well. If you are using my homemade Cajun seasoning and you are sensitive to salt, leave it out entirely. Then you can add it to taste after they are cooked.
Air-fryer method: The baking powder trick is one of the best ways to get truly crispy oven-baked wings. However, you can also get really crispy, delicious wings in an air fryer. Simply toss the wings with the butter and seasoning, and air fry for 20 to 25 minutes. You can follow the same instructions I use for my Pickle Brined Chicken Wings.
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